Senior General Ledger Accountant

Solugen•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior GL Accountant is responsible for overseeing general ledger activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and maintaining compliance with accounting standards. This role plays a critical part in supporting plant operations, inventory accounting, and cost structures unique to the industry.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
5+ years of accounting experience
Strong knowledge of GAAP and cost accounting principles
Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred)
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis)
Understanding of process manufacturing and chemical production environments
Familiarity with standard costing, inventory valuation, and production variance analysis
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
High attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Effective communication and collaboration skills
Continuous improvement mindset

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred

Responsibilities

Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial statements in accordance with GAAP
Maintain and improve close timelines and processes
Support inventory accounting including raw materials, COGS, and finished goods
Analyze standard vs. actual costs
Prepare internal and external financial reports
Perform variance analysis (budget vs. actual, prior period comparisons)
Ensure compliance with internal control requirements
Maintain documentation for audits and coordinate with internal/external auditors
Support regulatory cost tracking where applicable
Identify and implement process improvements in accounting workflows
Prepare and review account reconciliations maintained monthly
Prepare and review monthly journal entries for reporting